Browsing: Bessent

Key insight: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Supreme Court limited the administration’s tariff authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, but that other laws…

Hispanolistic | E+ | Getty ImagesThe average tax refund is 22% higher so far this season, Treasury Secretary and acting IRS Commissioner Scott Bessent told CNBC’s…

After months of speculation and political intrigue, President Donald Trump is close to nominating the next chair of the Federal Reserve, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said…

A government-sponsored enterprise stock offering appears to still be in the works with care being taken not to adversely influence mortgage-backed securities trading as momentum builds…

Key takeaway: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in an appearance Wednesday that the Federal Reserve should require regional Fed presidents to reside in their districts for…

Key insight: Bessent says Trump policies boost Treasury market, lower borrowing costs.Supporting data: Treasury returns are up 6% this year.Forward look: Treasury to keep auctions steady,…

After a series of rigorous interviews, some lasting as long as two hours, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has winnowed down the list of candidates for Federal…

I recently came across some apparent quotes from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent regarding mortgage rates.One social media post on X claimed he said we were going…

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tuesday he will begin interviewing candidates for Federal Reserve chair as soon as the White House whittles down what has suddenly…

If you’re hoping for lower mortgage rates, you might be thrilled to hear what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has to say.During a television interview today, he…